Mzungu Mwamba
New memberCanadian expat in Tanzania
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Arusha
Registration: 01 July 2013
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Seeking advice: Ex-pat starting business in TZ. by gravitythread
Hello everyone, I was a Peace Corps volunteer in Tanzaia from 2006 to 2008. I loved the experience. Opened up my eyes more than anything else I've done in my life. Now I'm sitting back in America dreaming of getting back to the ex-pat life. I'd ...
Hi about uncle sam's taxes.... There is a double taxation agreement between TZ and USA which means you only have to pay tax in one country.(might be for income tax only). I suggest you get good accountant in the states to handle it because in the ... Read More
Any Mbeya people around? by canada_doug
Hi, I'm new to Mbeya and would like to meet some other expats in the area. I come from Vancouver, Canada and I plan to be around for the next 8-12 months. Drop me a line if you're somewhere near! Doug
Hey Doug, Sorry I'm not in Mbeya, but if you every come up north to Moshi or Arusha, drop me a line... I'm from Victoria BC, would love to hear that west coast accent! mzungumwamba@gmail.com Read More
Robbed in Dar by AlanM
I was mugged in Dar. Befriended, then got into car with my "friend" and his driver. Quickly picked up two other men and was caught. They demanded the pin for my bank card on threat of death and then took $1,000 out of my account. Held me for 2 ...
Please share your "Golden Safety Rules"! I'm sure we could all use a refresher... but I don't think I will be buying a gun anytime soon. Read More
Working and Living in Arusha-Tanzania by Agata1984
Hey :) I am a new here- I hope that anybody could give me some advice about living in Arusha. I have got a job offer to work as an office manager in Safari Club in Arusha ( Tanzania). The contract is 2 years long and I have to make a decision soon. ...
Hi There, My name is Randal, I am a Canadian woman working at a safari company and living in Arusha. Would love to meet for drinks. I have an American Friend who is interning at East African Law something or other and she might have some insights ... Read More
Robbed in Dar by AlanM
I was mugged in Dar. Befriended, then got into car with my "friend" and his driver. Quickly picked up two other men and was caught. They demanded the pin for my bank card on threat of death and then took $1,000 out of my account. Held me for 2 ...
Pole Sana! You must try to protect yourself, especially at night. I know it is expensive but it is best to have one driver that you used often and never walk alone. There is a facebook page where people post such issues, I think it is called ... Read More
Running Groups in Arusha? by kidogotu
Hi all, I'm wondering if there are any running groups established in Arusha? Looking for others to run with, interested in trail runs, or road running, also hiking. Thanks for any advice. Cheers.
Hi, there is a hiking group called TWENDE that does hikes on Sunday mornings. Check the Arusha Mailing Google Group for more info mm Read More